Purchasing Manager

Baxter•Skaneateles Falls, NY

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Purchasing is responsible for leading procurement activities that support manufacturing operations within a regulated environment. This role oversees the Buyers and is responsible for ensuring material availability, supporting production schedules, managing supplier performance, and driving continuity of supply. The position works closely with sourcing, operations, engineering, quality, warehouse, and the Inventory/Stockroom Supervisor to optimize material flow, resolve supply issues, and improve overall supply chain performance. This role focuses on procurement execution, supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting operational, inventory, and customer service objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field required.
5+ years of experience in procurement, materials planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations required.
Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Maestro preferred), inventory planning tools, and supply chain reporting systems required.
Strong understanding of procurement, materials planning, MRP systems, inventory optimization, and supplier management principles.
Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing operations within a fast-paced supply chain environment.
Proven leadership experience managing or supervising Buyers, Planners, or supply chain personnel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and drive business decisions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions and leadership levels.
Effective negotiation, supplier management, and escalation management skills.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience supporting demand planning, forecasting, capacity planning, and S&OP activities preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kanban systems, and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
Understanding of FDA, ISO, GMP, and regulatory compliance requirements within a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish team priorities and ensure alignment with business objectives, production schedules, and customer requirements.
Conduct performance evaluations, establish development plans, and support succession planning activities for Buyers.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the materials organization.
Promote effective communication and cross-functional partnership across manufacturing, sourcing, engineering, quality, logistics, and operations teams.
Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to improve delivery performance, responsiveness, quality, and total cost competitiveness.
Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive corrective actions related to shortages, late deliveries, quality concerns, and supply risks.
Lead supply risk mitigation and escalation activities related to constrained supply, supplier capacity constraints, and continuity of operations.
Coordinate supplier recovery activities and ensure timely communication of supply disruptions impacting manufacturing or customer commitments.
Review and analyze MRP outputs, demand forecasts, supplier lead times, and material requirements to support uninterrupted production schedules and customer demand.
Review and maintain purchasing parameters including safety stock, reorder points, lead times, order policies, and inventory strategies to optimize material flow and minimize excess inventory exposure.
Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support engineering changes, production readiness, and new product introduction activities.
Monitor and drive performance to key supply chain metrics including supplier on-time delivery, material shortages, inventory performance, planning accuracy, and service levels.
Support inventory and procurement strategies that balance customer service, operational requirements, and working capital objectives.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, lead time reduction, process improvements, and reduction of supply chain inefficiencies.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and operational execution.
Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, GMP, and company procurement and quality system requirements.
Ensure employees operate in accordance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
childcare benefits